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Skagway, Alaska

Skagway is a dense city along the popular cruise route, the Inside Passage, Alaska. The Skagway district has a historical past and looks like a Hollywood movie set with about 100 buildings from the gold rush era. During the Klondike Gold rush, many prospectors from all over the world stampeded and came through Skagway on their way to the Klondike Valley to find gold. The most popular tour, White Pass and Yukon Route Railroad/Motor tour gives you the best picture of the overall history of Skagway during the Gold Rush and also offers magnificent views.

These photos are from our visit to Skagway during the last week of August, 2013.

  • A large wooden entry archway with text reading Skagway Small Boat Harbor Alaska framing a view of docked ships.
    The wooden entryway arch leading to the Skagway Small Boat Harbor along the waterfront.
  • Rear view of the large Rhapsody of the Seas cruise ship docked along a rocky shoreline against cloud-covered mountains. Rear view of the large Rhapsody of the Seas cruise ship docked along a rocky shoreline against cloud-covered mountains
    The Rhapsody of the Seas cruise ship docked along the scenic, mountain-ringed shore of Skagway.
  • A cruise ship sailing through calm waters surrounded by steep, snow-dusted mountains in Skagway, Alaska.
    A cruise ship navigates the scenic coastal waters near Skagway harbor.
  • The Skagway cruise port and small boat harbor nestled beneath majestic Alaskan mountain peaks
    Skagway harbor
  • A large cruise ship docked at the port of Skagway, Alaska, with mountains rising in the background under a cloudy sky.
    The port of Skagway
  • A cruise ship navigates the scenic coastal waters near Skagway, Alaska, framed by towering, snow-capped mountains.
    The port of Skagway
  • A striking blue glacier nestled along the rugged mountain slopes in Skagway, Alaska.
    A striking blue glacier nestled along the rugged mountain slopes in Skagway, Alaska.
  • A striking blue glacier nestled along the rugged mountain slopes in Skagway, Alaska.
    A striking blue glacier nestled along the rugged mountain slopes in Skagway, Alaska.
  • Dramatic storm clouds hover over the mountain range along the Skagway, Alaska shoreline.
    Dramatic storm clouds hover over the mountain range along the Skagway, Alaska shoreline.
  • Scenic view of the calm coastal waters framed by majestic Alaskan mountains near Skagway.
    Scenic view of the calm coastal waters framed by majestic Alaskan mountains near Skagway.
  • Parking lot filled with cars and Jeeps near the Skagway waterfront with cruise ships docked under fog-covered mountains.
    Vehicles lined up at the Skagway waterfront with cruise ships docked against foggy mountain peaks.
  • Dozens of small boats docked at wooden piers in the Skagway harbor with a large cruise ship anchored in the background.
  • A rocky shoreline embankment looking across turquoise water toward blue cranes and cruise ships docked near mountains.
    Looking across the turquoise waters of the harbor toward the active cruise ship docks.
  • The historic White Pass & Yukon Route railroad sign in Skagway.
    The historic White Pass & Yukon Route railroad sign in Skagway.
  • Vintage passenger train cars of the White Pass and Yukon Route railroad stopped on tracks near low clouds and mountains in Skagway, Alaska.
    The historic White Pass & Yukon Route train waiting near the rail yard framed by misty Alaskan mountains.
  • Vintage White Pass railroad cars, including a historic snowplow tender, on display along the tracks in Skagway.
    Vintage White Pass railroad cars on display along the tracks in Skagway.
  • The Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park Visitor Center on a misty morning in downtown Skagway
    The Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park Visitor Center.
  • A quiet street view of historic downtown Skagway leading toward the mist-covered Alaskan mountains.
    A quiet street view of historic downtown Skagway leading toward the mist-covered Alaskan mountains.
  • The vibrant historic storefront of the Skagway Bazaar, a popular local shop in town.
    The vibrant historic storefront of the Skagway Bazaar, a popular local shop in town.
  • A quiet street view of historic downtown Skagway leading toward the mist-covered Alaskan mountains.
    A quiet street view of historic downtown Skagway leading toward the mist-covered Alaskan mountains.
  • The restored exterior of The Pantheon building, part of the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park in Skagway.
    The restored exterior of The Pantheon building, part of the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park in Skagway.
  • Historic Arctic Brotherhood Hall in Skagway, Alaska, featuring a unique driftwood exterior decoration built in 1899.
    The famous 1899 Arctic Brotherhood Hall in Skagway
  • A street-level perspective of downtown Skagway's historic district framed by foggy Alaskan peaks
    Broadway Street in Skagway
  • Restored Gold Rush-era storefronts along the street in historic Skagway, Alaska.
    Historic wooden storefronts for Gold Fields Transfer Station, Telegraph Office, and Klondike Mint
  • The distinctive pink facade of the Bombay Curry building along Skagway's historic district
    The distinctive pink facade of the Bombay Curry building along Skagway’s historic district
  • A prominent red Gold Rush-era historic building along the streets of downtown Skagway.
    A prominent red Gold Rush-era historic building, downtown Skagway.
  • Two-story historic wooden building housing The Train Shoppe and White Pass Yukon Route emblem in Skagway, Alaska.
    Downtown Skagway
  • Directional signage outside the light-blue Harbor House near the Skagway waterfront.
    Directional signage outside the light-blue Harbor House near the Skagway waterfront.
  • Red wooden building of the Skagway Fish Co restaurant set against a dense forest hill in Skagway, Alaska.
    Skagway Downtown
  • A vintage yellow Skagway Alaska Street Car Tour bus parked in a lot.
    A vintage yellow Skagway Alaska Street Car Tour bus.
  • A cruise ship docked at the waterfront, framed by lush foliage and fog-covered mountains in Skagway.
    A cruise ship docked at the waterfront, Skagway.
  • A covered pedestrian path at the Skagway port, offering framed views of arriving cruise ships.
    Skagway port
  • Stern of the Rhapsody of the Seas cruise ship docked in calm waters near fog-covered mountains in Skagway, Alaska.
    Skagway port
  • Gold panning area at historic Gold Rush fields
  • At Historic Gold Rush fields
  • A colorful vintage sign for Klondike Gold Fields depicting a Gold Rush prospector celebrating a gold find
    Klondike Gold Fields

Quick Facts and Tips

  • Best time to visit: June to September
    • June – August: The weather is mild, the days are long, perfect for exploring the stunning landscapes.
    • May and September: Considered as shoulder seasons, cooler temperature, fewer crowds, and the scenery is still beautiful.
  • Port of Call or Fly Into: Skagway, Alaska
  • Clothing
    • It is cool, so plan to dress in layers. Comfortable jeans, hiking shorts, T-shirts, warm jackets, scarfs, coats, caps, gloves, comfortable walking/hiking shoes/Snow boots.
  • What to Expect
    • Glacier, Snow-capped mountains, Craggy Mountains, Fjords, Rushing Waterfalls, Sparkling Lakes, Valleys, Wildlife, Gorges, Tunnels, Historic Gold Rush sites.
  • Skagway’s Official Website: Explore Skagway
  • Be sure to dress in layers, as the weather in Skagway can change quickly. Even in summer, it can be cool and rainy.
  • Wear comfortable shoes. The Skagway town is very small and walkable. If you have enough time, don’t hesitate to explore nearby hiking trails.
  • Pack a fully charged camera, extra batteries, and memory cards.
  • Be aware of the crowds, especially if you are visiting Skagway on a cruise ship day.
  • Best Things to do

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10 responses to “Skagway, Alaska”

  1. sudarshan upadhya Avatar
    sudarshan upadhya

    Beautiful, Nice photography.

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    1. Jyothi Avatar
      Jyothi

      Thank You !

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  2. Betty Avatar
    Betty

    Beautiful pictures! We’ve taken a number of cruises which we love to do. But we have not taken a cruise to Alaska. (Probably won’t for a while.) But with a cruise, you only get so much time in port. I wonder what the best activity would be to do in Skagway. Thanks for your post!

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  3. Michele Lee Avatar
    Michele Lee

    A wonderful share. I have been to Fairbanks. Gorgeous country.

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  4. Indira Avatar
    Indira

    Excellent, Jyothi! That street car looks like our old buses 😊

    Reply
  5. Monkey's Tale Avatar
    Monkey’s Tale

    Skagway looks beautiful Jyothi!

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  6. carolinehelbig Avatar
    carolinehelbig

    This post and your other Alaska posts are really making me want to visit.

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  7. travelling_han Avatar
    travelling_han

    It looks amazing, I’d love to visit one day 🙂

    Reply
  8. Reenabist Avatar
    Reenabist

    Thats lovely

    Reply
  9. VM Avatar
    VM

    Alaska is known, but it seems Skagway is such a beautiful city.

    Reply

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